Definition
Basadilwa is a village development committee (VDC) located in the Parsa District of the Narayani Zone in southern Nepal.
Overview
Basadilwa lies at geographic coordinates 27°07′ N 84°54′ E (approximately 27.12° N, 84.90° E). According to the 2011 Nepal census, the VDC had a total population of 6,410 individuals residing in 903 households. The gender distribution at that time was 3,291 males and 3,119 females. Basadilwa operates under Nepal Time (UTC+5:45).
Etymology/Origin
The etymology of the name “Basadilwa” is not documented in reliable sources. Accurate information about the linguistic or historical origins of the term is not confirmed.
Characteristics
- Administrative classification: Village development committee, a former local government unit used in Nepal prior to the restructuring into rural municipalities.
- District and zone: Part of Parsa District, which is situated within the former Narayani Zone. The district’s headquarters is the city of Birgunj.
- Population: 6,410 (2011 census), with an average household size of roughly 7.1 persons.
- Geography: Located in the Terai region of Nepal, characterized by flat, fertile plains near the Indian border.
- Infrastructure and services: As a VDC, Basadilwa would have been administered by a local committee responsible for basic services such as education, health, and agricultural support, though specific facilities are not detailed in available sources.
Related Topics
- Parsa District – The administrative district encompassing Basadilwa.
- Narayani Zone – The former zone of Nepal that included Parsa District.
- Village development committee (VDC) – The former tier of local governance in Nepal, replaced by rural municipalities after the 2015 constitution.
- 2011 Nepal Census – The national census that provides demographic data for Basadilwa.
- Madhesh Province – The current provincial designation for the area formerly known as Narayani Zone.
- Birgunj – The nearest major city and district headquarters.
Note: Information presented is based on publicly available census data and geographic references. No speculative content has been included.